Aquatic therapy, is an excellent method for initiating the rehabilitation process much more quickly following injury or surgery. The ability to initiate early intervention results in more rapid recovery.
The aquatic environment allows for decreased weight bearing on joints and decreased swelling (edema). This form of therapy is an excellent tool for strengthening the respiratory muscles and for improving motion, flexibility, and strength of the treated areas. Each of Action Therapy Inc.’s locations is equipped with aquatic facilities with therapists who are experienced in aquatic therapy.
Did you know that certain conditions and injuries are best treated while you are in the water? After an initial evaluation, a licensed physical therapist may design an individualized comprehensive treatment plan for you that may include aquatic therapy. By conducting your care in water that is maintained at therapeutic temperatures, you will have greater control over your movement with less pain as your body is partially supported by the buoyancy of water.
This particular type of therapy is used to treat a variety of medical conditions and diseases such as arthritis, multiple sclerosis, strokes, Parkinson’s disease, obesity and muscular dystrophy. The use of water allows you to function at levels that are not possible outside of this environment, which affords positive physical gains. The ultimate goal of aquatic therapy is to progress you to a more functional, land-based program.
An aquatic therapy plan of care can help a patient achieve:
- Less pain with normal, everyday activity
- Improved endurance throughout the day
- Greater ability to perform the activities that matter most to you
- Improved balance and coordination
